Pumping Iron Improves Longevity in Older Adults

Pumping Iron Improves Longevity in Older Adults

Dr Jessica Gorzelitz Older adults who take part in regular weightlifting — either with or without moderate to vigorous aerobic activity — show significant reductions in all-cause and cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality, with the strongest effects observed when the two types of exercise are combined, new research shows. “The novel finding from our study is … Read more

The longevity rules: what to do for a younger body — and brain

The longevity rules: what to do for a younger body — and brain

There is no reason why most humans can’t live to 100, says Dr Julia Jones, bluntly. The neuroscientist and author is annoyed that on a recent longevity predictor test, her healthy life expectancy came out at “only” 97. Only a few years ago, before embarking on a two-year lifestyle overhaul based on the latest science, … Read more

Coffee drinking linked to better cardiovascular health, longevity

Coffee drinking linked to better cardiovascular health, longevity

Share on PinterestA study found that drinking mild-to-moderate daily coffee may help lower the risk of arrhythmias, cardiovascular disease risk, and all-cause mortality. Sabine Kriesch/EyeEm/Getty Images Researchers analyzed how the quantity and type of coffee consumption influence the risk of arrhythmias, cardiovascular disease, and all-cause mortality in adults ages 40 to 69. They found that … Read more

Coffee Drinking Is Associated With Increased Longevity – Neuroscience News

Coffee Drinking Is Associated With Increased Longevity – Neuroscience News

Summary: Drinking at least two cups of coffee a day, even instant coffee was associated with increased longevity and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Source: European Society of Cardiology Drinking two to three cups of coffee a day is linked with a longer lifespan and lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared with avoiding coffee, … Read more